Oxen Pulling
ArenaThroughout the day on Tuesday, there is Oxen Pulling in the Arena.
October 4 - 14, 2024
Daily Program
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The Music Man
Trianon StageCome and listen to The Music Man as he performs children's classics on our Trianon Stage. Children can join him on stage and dance along to the tunes!
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
Farrier Demo
Essex County FarmyardCome and see a demonstration from a farrier, someone who shoes horses, in the Essex County Farmyard.
Oxen Pulling – 2900 lbs.
ArenaStop over at the Arena and check out the Oxen Pulling Contest for 2900 lbs.
Tom O’Carroll
Picnic AreaVisit the Picnic Area stage and hear Tom O'Carroll as he sings Irish & American Folk Music.
2024 American Honey Queen Kaelyn Sumner
Beekeeping BuildingStop over and meet the 2024 American Honey Queen, Kaelyn Sumner, in the Bee Building.
2024 Mrs. Essex County Lori Burke
On GroundsVisit with the 2024 Mrs. Essex County Lori Burke as she will be on-grounds everyday!
Money Pole
Essex County FarmyardIf you're visiting the fair, be sure to check out the Essex County Farmyard! It hosts the Money Pole each day at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm! It's amazing to watch...
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
New England Equine Rescue
Essex County FarmyardThe New England Equine Rescue North has been helping horses and owners in crisis since April 2008. Stop by and listen to their mission as they educate fairgoers of their...
Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch
On GroundsCatch the Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch as they parade around the fairgrounds. You won't want to miss their incredible unison and dressings.
Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch Demonstration
ArenaAfter the Morrisville Equine College 6-Horse Hitch parades around the fairgrounds, come check them out in the Arena as they give a demonstration of their skills.
New England Equine Rescue
Essex County FarmyardThe New England Equine Rescue North has been helping horses and owners in crisis since April 2008. Stop by and listen to their mission as they educate fairgoers of their...
Stephen Savio
Picnic AreaSinging country, Elvis and the classics, Stephen Savio will be on the Picnic Area Stage.
Bees Deluxe
Trianon StageCome and listen to Bees Deluxe on the Trianon Stage.
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
Money Pole
Essex County FarmyardIf you're visiting the fair, be sure to check out the Essex County Farmyard! It hosts the Money Pole each day at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm! It's amazing to watch...
Featured
Oxen Pulling – 3300 lbs.
ArenaThe Oxen Pulling Contest for 3300 lbs. takes place in the Arena.
Deputy Boots and a Singing Cowboy
New MeadowsCome to the New Meadows area and listen to the tunes of Deputy Boots and a Singing Cowboy! Join in the fun and sing along!
New England Equine Rescue
Essex County FarmyardThe New England Equine Rescue North has been helping horses and owners in crisis since April 2008. Stop by and listen to their mission as they educate fairgoers of their...
Blacksmith Demonstration: Forging an Iron Dragon Head
New MeadowsVisit the Blacksmith Booth over in New Meadows for a demonstration, forging an iron dragon head!
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
Braveheart Beasts with Kaleigh
ArenaJoin Braveheart Beast with Kaleigh in the Arena for educational demos!
New England Equine Rescue
Essex County FarmyardThe New England Equine Rescue North has been helping horses and owners in crisis since April 2008. Stop by and listen to their mission as they educate fairgoers of their...
Featured
On-Grounds Topsfield Fair Parade
On GroundsYou won't want to miss the On-Grounds Topsfield Fair Parade! Check out floats from our departments and local community groups and grab some beads!
Money Pole
Essex County FarmyardIf you're visiting the fair, be sure to check out the Essex County Farmyard! It hosts the Money Pole each day at 12pm, 3pm and 6pm! It's amazing to watch...
Featured
Oxen Pulling – Free-for-All
ArenaThe Oxen Pulling Contests conclude with the Free-for-All in the Arena.
Applejack Trio
Picnic AreaEven the tunes of Applejack Trio on the Picnic Area stage.
Swifty Swine Racing and Swimming Pigs
Grange RoadThey’re back! These pigs are quite the fan favorite and are ready to race again this year! If you have never watched the races, then you’re missing a whole lot...
The New Limits
Trianon StageDon't miss The New Limits performing on the Trianon Stage.
Topsfield Fair Fall Harvest Baked Sweet Treat Contest Winners Announced
Coolidge HallThe winners of the Topsfield Fair Fall Harvest Baked Sweet Treat Contest, sponsored by Mann's Orchard (Methuen, MA), will be announced in Coolidge Hall.
Ongoing Events
All Day
Shearing & Spinning Demos
Sheep BarnVisit the Sheep Barn to see shearing and spinning demonstrations. Times vary daily.
Honey for Sale
Beekeeping BuildingPurchase local honey, honey sticks, candles and more in the Beekeeping Building.
Make Your Own Honeycomb Candles
Beekeeping BuildingVisit the Beekeeping Building to roll a beeswax candle to take home!
Cattle on Display
Cattle BarnVisit the cows within the Cattle Barn.
Cow of the Day
Cattle BarnMeet the cow of the day and visit the cows in the Cattle Barn.
Milking Demonstrations
Cattle BarnCheck the Cattle Barn for times for the milking demonstrations that happen throughout the day!
Nellie’s Barn – Interactive Display
Cattle BarnAn interactive cow display in the Cattle Barn.
Pet a Calf
Cattle BarnVisit the Cattle Barn for times to pet a calf!
Arts & Crafts Displays
Coolidge HallVisit Coolidge Hall to see the Fine Arts and Crafts!
Canning Display
Coolidge HallVisit the Canning Display in the kitchen at Coolidge Hall.
Cooking Demonstrations
Coolidge HallCheck times in Coolidge Hall for daily cooking demonstrations.
Fine Art Sales Room
Coolidge HallVisit the Fine Arts Sales Room in Coolidge Hall and purchase local art, note cards and more!
Wine Competition Display
Coolidge HallVisit the Winemaking Display in Coolidge Hall.
Farm Hands / Interactive Educational Experience
Education CenterVisit the Education Education for the Farm Hands display. Children visiting this hands-on experience will be able to plant, grow, pick and sell their own agricultural products in this unique...
Farm Animals to Visit
Essex County FarmyardVisit horses, pigs, goats, sheep and more in the Essex County Farmyard.
Giant Pumpkins Runner-Ups (2nd-5th Place)
Essex County FarmyardCheck out the 2nd-5th place Giant Pumpkins on display in the Essex County Farmyard Tent!
Award Winning Flower Displays
Flower BarnVisit the Flower Building and see local landscaping displays, flower arrangements, and more!
Bonsai Display
Flower BarnCheck out the amateur and professional bonsai display in the Flower Barn.
Garden Club Competition
Flower BarnVisit the Flower Barn and see the local Garden Club Competitions!
Apple Cider Booth
Fruit & Vegetable BarnStop by the Fruit & Vegetable Building for hot or cold apple cider, donuts and apple! Supplied by Brooksby Farm (Peabody, MA).
Coloring Contest Display
Education CenterDid you enter our Coloring Contest? They are on display in the Education Center!
Decorated Pumpkins & Veggies
Fruit & Vegetable BarnThe Fruit & Vegetable Building is home to the decorative pumpkins and veggies.
Fruit & Vegetable Competitions and Displays
Fruit & Vegetable BarnCheck out the Fruit & Vegetable Building for competitions, displays and more!
Giant Pumpkin Winner on Display
Fruit & Vegetable BarnDon't miss the Giant Pumpkin in the Fruit & Vegetable Barn!
Vegetable Farm Stand
Fruit & Vegetable BarnWally's Vegetables (Haverhill, MA) has local produce, pickles and more available in the Fruit & Vegetable Building.
4-H Exhibits & Demonstrations
Grange BuildingThe local 4-H students' displays are located in the Grange Building.
Fire Department Display
Grange BuildingVisit the Essex County Fire Association display in the Grange Building.
Model Train Display
Grange BuildingVisit the North East Trains (Peabody, MA) model train display in the Grange Building.
Picnic Tables
Grange RoadHave a seat and take a break on our picnic tables on Grange Road.
1812 Historic Marine Guard
New MeadowsVisit the 1812 Historic Marine Guard in New Meadows.
Apple Cider Press at Barnyard Donuts
New MeadowsVisit and watch a demonstration of peeling and pulling the cider from the apple cider press in New Meadows.
Association of Revolutionary Turners
New MeadowsVisit the Association of Revolutionary Turners in New Meadows.
Barn Workshop
New MeadowsStop over and visit the Barn Workshop in New Meadows for a pottery display.
Christmas Tree Competition & Exhibit
New MeadowsGet a taste of Christmas while visiting the Christmas Tree Competition in New Meadows.
Education Shed
New MeadowsVisit the Education Shed in New Meadows for games, crafts, educational activities and more!
Maple Sugar House
New MeadowsLooking to pick up some fresh maple sugar or maple candy? Visit the Maple Sugar House in New Meadows.
Prospect Hill Forge
New MeadowsVisit the blacksmiths at Prospect Hill Forge in New Meadows.
Egg Hatchery
Poultry BarnVisit the Poultry Barn and check out the egg hatchery! You can also hold a baby chick!
Bunny Nursery
Rabbit BarnCheck out newborn bunnies at the Bunny Nursery in the Rabbit Barn.
Cavies on Display
Rabbit BarnVisit the Rabbit Barn to check out the adorable cavies on display!
Rabbits to Pet
Rabbit BarnVisit the Rabbit Barn Information Table and learn more about rabbits and pet one too!
Spinning Display
Rabbit BarnWhile visiting the Rabbit Barn, be sure to check out the spinning display.
Vendors on Display
Trade CenterVisit the Trade Center building for various vendors that include jewelry, home items, clothing and more!
Pre-Historic Dinosaur Adventures, Mobile Museum
Arena RoadPre-Historic Dinosaur Adventures brings together an unique mobile, prehistoric walk-thru dinosaur museum and thrilling up-close encounter with the king of dinosaurs, "Tyrannosaurus Rex"!
Calvo Wood Carving School
New MeadowsVisit David Calvo from Calvo Wood Carving School over in New Meadows. David has been a featured guest on PBS TV Shows "The WoodWright's Shop" with Roy Underhill and "The...
Stilt Walker
On GroundsCheck out the Stilt-Walker, who will be on-grounds throughout the day.
4-H Rabbit & Cavy Information Table
Rabbit BarnStop by the Rabbit Barn and visit the 4-H Rabbit & Cavy Information Table to learn more about rabbits and cavies and even pet them!
Essex North Shore – Agricultural & Technical School Demonstrations
Sheep BarnVisit with Essex North Shore – Agricultural & Technical School students for various demonstrations throughout the day in the Sheep Barn.
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